A person or company that builds or improves buildings.
A person hired to do a job on a business contract, as opposed to a permanent employee.
A person or company that performs specific tasks like electrical or plumbing work in construction projects.
A person or company hired to maintain existing facilities like air conditioning systems, groundskeeping, etc.
A company that is owned by or employs such a person; a fashion house.
A person who designs haute couture (high fashion).